Scientific Digital Content Writer, SEO, AI-Optimized Content

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Scientific Digital Content Writer creating clear, SEO and AI-optimized content for life sciences at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Collaborating with teams to improve scientists' engagement and discovery.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeCarlsbad • California, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct keyword, topic, and intent research to identify opportunities to drive qualified traffic and engagement
Develop, write, edit, and optimize scientific and marketing content for web and digital channels
Apply SEO and AEO best practices to improve content discoverability and performance
Evaluate existing content to identify duplication, gaps, and optimization opportunities; recommend and implement improvements
Structure content using clear hierarchies, taxonomy, and internal linking to enhance user experience
Participate in peer reviews and provide constructive feedback to support content quality and consistency
Partner with SEO specialists, marketers, and digital teams to support aligned content strategies and initiatives
Analyze content performance using analytics tools and apply insights to improve results
Support the adoption of new content workflows, tools, and best practices to drive continuous improvement
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required. Biology or a related life sciences field preferred.
Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in science is preferred
3+ years of experience in a life sciences field (e.g., research, R&D, marketing, technical support, or related)
Experience writing scientific, technical, or marketing content for digital platforms preferred
Experience working in a matrixed or global organization preferred
Demonstrated understanding of SEO and emerging AEO principles, with the ability to apply best practices
Experience using analytics and SEO tools (e.g., Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, SEMrush or similar)
Knowledge of content strategy fundamentals, including information architecture, taxonomy, and user experience
Comfort using AI-enabled tools to enhance content creation, optimization, and workflow efficiency (no development required)
Ability to evaluate and refine AI-assisted outputs to ensure scientific accuracy and content quality
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with attention to detail
Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

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Hard Skills & Tools

SEOAEOcontent optimizationcontent strategyinformation architecturetaxonomywritingeditingproofreadinganalytics

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationorganizationalattention to detailconstructive feedbackpeer reviewcontent qualitytime managementadaptabilityproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMSPhD